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Pasta Primavera

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Pasta Primavera is a vibrant, vegetable-packed dish with a garlic-infused olive oil sauce, fresh basil, Parmesan cheese, and seasonal vegetables. It’s a simple yet flavorful meal perfect for any time of year.

Ingredients

2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil

½ cup onion, diced (about ½ a small onion)

2 tablespoons garlic, minced (about 6 cloves)

¼ teaspoon salt

¼ teaspoon black pepper

¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)

1 ½ cups cherry tomatoes, halved (about 8 oz)

8 oz mushrooms, sliced

1 cup zucchini, quartered

1 cup frozen corn, defrosted

¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese

¼ cup white wine

8 oz pasta (3 cups dried pasta)

½ cup fresh basil, sliced thinly

¼ cup pasta water

Instructions

  1. Cook the pasta: Start by cooking the pasta according to the package instructions in a large pot of salted water. Once the pasta is al dente, reserve ¼ cup of pasta water, then drain the pasta and set it aside.
  2. Sauté the vegetables: In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes, until softened. Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute, until fragrant. Stir in the salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using).
  3. Cook the veggies: Add the halved cherry tomatoes, sliced mushrooms, zucchini, and defrosted corn to the skillet. Sauté for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables have softened and the tomatoes begin to release their juices.
  4. Deglaze with wine: Pour in the white wine and stir to combine, scraping up any bits from the bottom of the skillet. Let the wine cook off for 2-3 minutes, allowing the sauce to reduce slightly.
  5. Combine pasta and veggies: Add the drained pasta to the skillet with the vegetables. Pour in the reserved pasta water to help the sauce coat the pasta. Toss everything together until well combined.
  6. Finish the dish: Remove from heat and stir in the fresh basil and grated Parmesan cheese. Toss again until the cheese has melted and the pasta is evenly coated with the sauce.
  7. Serve and enjoy: Serve the Pasta Primavera immediately, garnished with additional Parmesan cheese and basil if desired.

Notes

For a creamier texture, you can stir in a splash of heavy cream or half-and-half with the pasta water.

Feel free to swap the vegetables based on what’s in season or your preference.

If you don’t have white wine, vegetable broth or chicken broth can work as a substitute.

For a vegan version, skip the Parmesan or use a dairy-free cheese alternative.

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